Gathering around the steaming hot pot, the aroma is so fragrant that no one can hold back.
In this cold weather, hot pot is probably the number 1 choice for our gatherings.
Seeing a plate full of meat being dipped in a pot of au red broth the color of satay – evaporating again, there’s nothing better than that.
But have you ever wondered why so many people like to eat hot pot in winter? The answer will be revealed shortly.
Very attractive octopus kimchi hot pot.
We know that, when winter comes, our metabolism also seems to be “lazier” and this process slows down.
The colder you feel, the slower your metabolism will slow down, so many people choose to eat warm foods as a way to warm themselves up.
Researchers say that since ancient times, people have known to use hot food to eat on cold days. The ancients also sat around the fire to avoid wild animals, grilled meat… these things will partly help increase body temperature, making you warmer and safer.
Further research, experts found that, when it is cold, but eating hot and attractive food such as hot pot, adding a little chili – spicy satay, dopamine – the hormone helps to form motivation, satisfaction, and stimulation. strongly active.
The intense activation in this area of the cerebral cortex will partly affect perception and consciousness – making you feel happier, more joyful.
When it’s cold and hot food is eaten, dopamine – the hormone that helps form motivation and satisfaction, activates strongly.
Not only that, a little spiciness of chili will make you feel stimulated to increase the level, and when you overcome the “pain” of the spicy taste – the part you get will be excitement and satisfaction. .
Now that you understand why I always crave hotpot when I come to winter, what are you waiting for, don’t call your friends to make a hot pot together!